What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groton Hill Select Chorus Director position at Groton Hill Music School?
HOURS: Part-time, in-person, hourly, Tuesdays
COMPENSATION: $76-78/hr
START DATE: Fall 2025
LOCATION: 122 Old Ayer Road, Groton, MA
Groton Hill Music Center is the region's premier nonprofit center for outstanding music education, professional performances, and community engagement programs. We are seeking an experienced chorus conductor to lead and develop a high school choir for singers ages 13 to 17, with three performances per year alongside the Youth Chorus, as well as participation in Vista Philharmonic Orchestra performances involving children’s chorus, including the annual holiday concerts in December.
PRIMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
The Groton Hill Select Chorus Director will help to build this new and exciting program at Groton Hill. The ability to inspire, motivate, educate, and lead these young musicians while demonstrating strong vocal technique is required. Piano skills for rehearsals are also required, and a staff accompanist will be a part of performances and dress rehearsals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate should have a degree in music, as well as relevant teaching and/or choral direction experience. Candidates must have a working knowledge of appropriate literature for singers ages 13 to 17 and the proven ability to lead a program built upon that material. Candidates must be able to demonstrate effective and efficient classroom/rehearsal technique, a high level of on-stage conducting competence, and comfort in addressing an audience from the stage.
The proposed rehearsal schedule for this ensemble would be Tuesday late afternoon or evening. This role also has considerable room for growth by way of building ensembles, events, and a culture of excitement around vocal and choral performance at Groton Hill Music. Teaching private voice lessons at Groton Hill is also a possibility, depending on mutual interest.
Groton Hill Music faculty members are responsible for: 1) inspiring and sharing their love of music with their students; 2) setting a high bar for students’ levels of technical skill and musicality; 3) clearly communicating expectations and working toward shared goals; and 4) advocating for their students to engage in additional GHM programs and special events to deepen their musical development and their commitment to their studies.
Groton Hill Music offers many ancillary benefits to our faculty members, including a variety of paid professional performance opportunities and funding for professional development (by application). Regular weekly teaching throughout the school year is required, as is attendance at an annual fall faculty meeting, hosting at least one student recital, and the completion of occasional clerical tasks. Timeliness and reliability, as well as strong communication practices with both students/families and school staff, are essential.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Lauren Panfili, Class and Ensemble Manager, at lpanfili@grotonhill.org by Friday, March 14th. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered. This position will begin in October 2025.
Non-Discrimination Policy: Groton Hill Music Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law in its admissions, education programs, activities, hiring practices, or employment policies.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $76.00 - $78.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Ability to Commute:
- Groton, MA 01450 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Groton, MA 01450: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $76 - $78
